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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-16-2019, 02:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,008
Posted By JDM4E
Se said +35

Se said +35
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-25-2018, 09:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,853
Posted By JDM4E
Why wouldn't be? Engine is the same. AT is a bit...

Why wouldn't be? Engine is the same. AT is a bit heavier with a bit power loss in the tranny but thats it. So if anything, it is even more worth it than in MT. Do it :)
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-01-2018, 07:23 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 22,935
Posted By JDM4E
for starters STI flexible tower bar movie -...

for starters
STI flexible tower bar movie - YouTube
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-23-2018, 09:37 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 22,935
Posted By JDM4E
@kuczynskika...

@kuczynskika (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/member.php?u=79129) Thanks. Did you notice the car more "planted" / "on rails" also during hi-speed straight driving after the install?
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-21-2017, 12:13 PM
Replies: 366
Views: 166,923
Posted By JDM4E
My first car was a MT. Then AT. Then MT. Now I...

My first car was a MT. Then AT. Then MT. Now I have AT. So I guess my BRZ have to be MT lol.
When I had MT, there was times, no doubt, when I wished to have a AT. When I had AT, there was times, no...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-09-2017, 04:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,520
Posted By JDM4E
quads are underrated

quads are underrated
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 06-03-2017, 07:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 14,672
Posted By JDM4E
OK so I have tried CSs and they are too wide for...

OK so I have tried CSs and they are too wide for me. Stock seats hugs me nice, but in CSs I am floating left-right. The back has nice lumbar curve, sadly that is missing on stock seats. I will...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-03-2017, 04:45 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 109,526
Posted By JDM4E
Is the difference in volume between Legamax Sport...

Is the difference in volume between Legamax Sport Dual vs Quad done only by the tips? Or the exhaust has different construction?
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-10-2017, 03:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,509
Posted By JDM4E
In the thread I mentioned there is an another...

In the thread I mentioned there is an another theory and that is soft bushings...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 05-09-2017, 07:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,874
Posted By JDM4E
Excelent question OP. I have tried several of...

Excelent question OP. I have tried several of these cars and all had some sort of plastic odor, and I hate that too.
My 2 cents to the story - I would personally try ozone cleaning. Find a company...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-22-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,913
Posted By JDM4E
I do not agree.

I do not agree.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-21-2017, 04:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,913
Posted By JDM4E
Possibly related? ...

Possibly related?
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=117372
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-10-2017, 05:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,509
Posted By JDM4E
The car was dealer stock, I have never said I...

The car was dealer stock, I have never said I modded anything. Our specs include OEM underbody panels and that MY2017 rear spoiler. It is really weird.

EDIT:
I have found this post with an...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-09-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,509
Posted By JDM4E
Exclamation Cross winds at high speed (un)stability

I recently testdrove MY2017 BRZ finally, and being on autobahns I can do some speed. I immediately noticed, that while the car being stable at high speeds, it was very vulnerable to (probably) any...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-17-2017, 05:57 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 36,425
Posted By JDM4E
Like this: ...

Like this:
https://www.subaru.ca/Content/7907/Media/General/webimage/2017/Outback/2017_Outback_Safety_Break-away_Engine%20.jpg



In longitudinal direction, in case of o tube or similar - now...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-16-2017, 09:29 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 36,425
Posted By JDM4E
One question I always had about these pieces -...

One question I always had about these pieces - does this compromise safety at head-on crash? Our car has 2-piece shaft with a joint, and IIRC this joint is designed as a point of failure during...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-06-2017, 02:06 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,242
Posted By JDM4E
I think a few pieces of 86 are already here and...

I think a few pieces of 86 are already here and at least they are on websites. But Subaru - not a damn thing.
86 vs BRZ is depended on local importers, I think that it is different in every country,...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-06-2017, 01:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,242
Posted By JDM4E
Well, we didn't even get MY2017 yet!

Well, we didn't even get MY2017 yet!
Forum: Forced Induction 01-03-2017, 10:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 19,091
Posted By JDM4E
While the initial OPs question is of course valid...

While the initial OPs question is of course valid and interesting, I would like to introduce a thought about the OPs goal of "300 HP". This is of course not a "problem" only here, but overall. By...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-15-2016, 04:38 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 20,290
Posted By JDM4E
No no no, he is still wrong :) I didn't want to...

No no no, he is still wrong :) I didn't want to go into details because this topic is beaten to death and even than misconceptions like that are still alive and whats worse they are communicated like...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-28-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,109,901
Posted By JDM4E
yeah. In Germany there is around 2000 EUR...

yeah. In Germany there is around 2000 EUR semi-OEM option, when subaru germany somewhat can reupholster the interior for you.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-27-2016, 02:10 PM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,109,901
Posted By JDM4E
In around 2015 BRZ lost the alcantra option while...

In around 2015 BRZ lost the alcantra option while GT86 kept it. I hoped that alcantra will be back, but now it seems more like the opposite.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-31-2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,377
Posted By JDM4E
I think that in most cases these parts for OEMs...

I think that in most cases these parts for OEMs are made-to-order spec. I can recall exceptions but I believe that suppliers make what is ordered simply saying.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-11-2016, 03:19 PM
Replies: 1,374
Views: 525,923
Posted By JDM4E
If ACE would develop a street-friendly catted...

If ACE would develop a street-friendly catted full exhaust with no drone and no rasp and smell that would be something... Even with some sacrifice on power, just DD friendly. So hard to combine parts...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-05-2016, 05:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,195
Posted By JDM4E
I am happy that I am not alone :) ...

I am happy that I am not alone :)



Thanks! It seems it sounds good.

@mav1178 (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/member.php?u=43762) Thanks. That apexi setup has one 130cel cat. I don't...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-04-2016, 06:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,423
Posted By JDM4E
This is a good question that I had also. My bet...

This is a good question that I had also. My bet would be to add a MT oil cooler with a gauge, possibly with a thermostat. Couldn't hurt and common sense would tell, that operating more at a optimal...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-03-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,195
Posted By JDM4E
2.5" EL ZERO drone ZERO rasp full NA exhaust combo - please help

I am requesting help for finding a exhaust combo for me. The issue is, that I am located in Europe and all parts will be imported for massive shipping and income tax, so I cannot afford fuck this up....
Forum: Forced Induction 09-30-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,109
Posted By JDM4E
Not really. It clearly says it is just an Upgrade...

Not really. It clearly says it is just an Upgrade kit.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-30-2016, 01:23 PM
Replies: 1,435
Views: 549,542
Posted By JDM4E
Haha you are right, it was more matter of speach...

Haha you are right, it was more matter of speach that I waited for the facelift in general. I wanted to see what happen.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-28-2016, 06:44 AM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,109,901
Posted By JDM4E
Are you 100% sure? Even RS2 rims looks a bit...

Are you 100% sure? Even RS2 rims looks a bit gunmetalish on photos (even they are advertised as black gloos).

BTW I think these RS2/TRD rims are probably the best looking rims considered the best...
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